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Šarkan is a village and municipality in the Nové Zámky District in the Nitra Region of south-west Slovakia.HistoryIn historical records the village was first mentioned in 1247.GeographyThe municipality lies at an elevation of 150 metres (490 ft) and covers an area of 13.638 km² (5.266 mi²). It has a population of about 353 (2006).EthnicityThe population is roughly 88% Hungarian and 12% Slovak.FacilitiesThe village has a small public library and a football pitch.